Construction has commenced on the Katende hydroelectric power plant on the Lulua River, located in the Central Kasai province of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). The news was reported by RFI with reference to the country's Minister of Finance, Dudu Fwamba Likunde. "This project involves building a modern hydroelectric power plant along...

 A new World Bank regional headquarters for West and Central Africa has officially opened in Dakar, the capital of Senegal. The inauguration ceremony was led by Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye, as reported by Seneweb. According to President Faye, "This initiative clearly reflects the transformational changes we are striving for – mo...

 Egypt has urged both India and Pakistan to prioritize peace and immediately resume diplomatic dialogue following the recent escalation of conflict between the two countries, according to a statement by the Egyptian Ministry of Foreign Affairs. > "Egypt is following with deep concern the current developments in India and Pakistan, including...

 Mali faces a range of obstacles on its path to energy independence, from regular power outages and massive debts of its main energy company, to the high cost of fuel for generators. Experts, government officials, and regular citizens spoke to the African Initiative about the country's current energy situation, potential solutions, and the rol...

 SpaceX has been granted an official license to operate in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), clearing the way for the launch of the Starlink satellite internet service in the country, according to a statement from the DRC's telecommunications regulatory authority. The rollout of Starlink services is expected to begin within the coming da...

 On May 3, Gabon witnessed a significant moment as newly elected President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema took the oath of office during an inauguration ceremony at the Stade d'Angondjé in Libreville, reports Gabon Media Time. Standing before a crowd of approximately 40,000 people—including leaders from Rwanda, Djibouti, Senegal, the Republic of...

 According to Al-Jazeera, citing its sources, 11 people were killed, including civilians, after a Rapid Support Forces (RSF) rebel assault on the city of Kosti in North Darfur, Sudan. Witnesses reported that on April 29, RSF used a drone to strike a Sudanese Armed Forces fueling station and the headquarters of the 18th Army Division. The rebel...

National Treasury has been dealt another blow in the value-added tax (VAT) increase saga after the Western Cape High Court ordered that parliament's adoption of the fiscal framework and VAT increase be set aside. The court made the order on Sunday in the Democratic Alliance (DA) and Economic Freedom Fighters's(EFF) court challenge to have the VAT r...

 On April 21, Rwandan President Paul Kagame met with Faure Gnassingbé, the President of Togo, who was recently appointed as a mediator by the African Union to help address the ongoing conflict in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). According to the Rwandan president's office, their main discussion centered on the persistent crisis ...

 Pope Francis, history's first Latin American pontiff who charmed the world with his humble style and concern for the poor but alienated conservatives with critiques of capitalism and climate change, has died Monday. He was 88. "At 7:35 this morning, the Bishop of Rome, Francis, returned to the home of the Father. His entire life was dedicated...

 Western Cape Local Government MEC Anton Bredell has announced that preparations for a class action lawsuit on behalf of Riverlands flood victims are nearing completion. In August last year, severe floods impacted over 200 residents in Riverlands, a small farming community near Cape Town, following the collapse of four dam walls at a nearby fa...

 A recent poll conducted by the Institute of Race Relations (IRR) indicates that support for the Democratic Alliance (DA) has narrowly surpassed the African National Congress (ANC), primarily due to the DA's stance against the proposed value-added tax (VAT) increase. The poll, conducted between 27 March and 3 April 2025 among 807 registered vo...

 Tanzania's electoral commission has barred the main opposition party, Chadema, from contesting presidential and parliamentary elections due to take place later this year. The Independent National Elections Commission (INEC) announced the decision on Saturday, stating that the party failed to sign a mandatory code of conduct agreement by the r...

 In a significant development aimed at bolstering public healthcare, the government has announced the creation of 1,650 new jobs to address the growing demands of the sector. Health Minister Aaron Motsoaledi revealed these employment plans during a press briefing held in Centurion on Thursday. The announcement follows nationwide demonstrations...

 South Africa's private security industry voiced strong opposition to proposed amendments to the Private Security Industry Regulation Act, which could drastically alter their operations. The draft amendments, gazetted earlier today by Police Minister Senzo Mchunu, include provisions that would require private security firms to seek approval se...

 Fulham put Liverpool's procession towards the Premier League title on pause with a deserved 3-2 win on Sunday, capitalising on some dreadful defending to boost their push for European football next term. Alexis Mac Allister gave the champions-elect an early lead after Liverpool were arguably fortunate to not concede a penalty, but that was as...

 A recent survey paints a stark picture of South Africa's mood. The Brenthurst Foundation's latest findings show that seven out of ten South Africans believe their country is on the wrong path. Unemployment, illegal immigration, and corruption have deeply eroded public trust in the government, leaving citizens grappling with daily struggles an...

 Build One South Africa (BOSA) leader Mmusi Maimane is optimistic that political parties can reach a "workable solution" regarding the national budget following a scheduled meeting with the African National Congress (ANC). He plans to present alternatives to the proposed 0.5% Value Added Tax (VAT) increase, aiming to generate approximately R12...

 Niger's military government is embarking on a significant shift in its approach to mining, signaling a clearer emphasis on resource nationalism. This transition aligns with a broader trend observed among other Sahel countries like Mali and Burkina Faso, where military-led governments are increasingly prioritizing domestic firms over tradition...

 Nigeria's net foreign exchange reserves (NFER) have soared, reaching a three-year high of $23.11 billion by the close of 2024. This impressive recovery reflects a significant turnaround from $3.99 billion at the end of 2023, $8.19 billion in 2022, and $14.59 billion in 2021, signaling renewed stability in the nation's external financial posit...